Serving 185 students in grades 6-8, Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics's student population of 185 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2024 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
51%
29%
Black
29%
16%
White
12%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics's ranking?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics is ranked #2024 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics?
185 students attend Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics offer ?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics part of?
Middle School 224 Manhattan East School For Arts & Academics is part of New York City Geographic District # 4 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/14/2017
I can honestly this school has changed my life for the better. The teachers are always there for you and the school makes you feel like you are a part of a big family. Also because of the opportunities this school offered, I basically went into high school as a sophomore. I definitely recommend this school.
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